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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that talks about topics regarding open educational resources and massively open online courses. Recent developments in distance learning technology have provided the means for people in nations all around the world to be participants in courses via the Internet. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. Massive open online courses are generally free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. It is a challenge to motivate and engage students in online environments. There are many issues that online education organizations have to consider more than ever because learning technology is developing so rapidly. How can educators guarantee that the training provided by these MOOCs is all right? How can participants certify that educators are properly credentialed to teach online classes? What business models are being used by organizations like Georgetown University to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? Interaction, feedback and online support are the most important things that help students succeed in MOOC courses. How can organizations deal with the issues of inadequate learner motivation and high learner attrition?

As digital education technology becomes more prolific there is a expanding need to comprehend how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Scholars and many other participants desire to better grasp the outcomes of these fascinating new open educational initiatives. Everybody wants to better understand how massively open online courses can be enhanced. To handle this expanding desire for knowledge the intriguing new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open education topics. This inspiring new book also deals with the most important controversies associated with MOOCs and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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